Angaston (SA)

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Angaston's population is estimated at around 2,442 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address data validated by Districts since the Census. This represents an addition of 240 people (10.9%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 2,202 people. The figure is derived from a resident population of 2,431 estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) plus an additional 73 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level yields a density ratio of 30 persons per square kilometer, indicating plenty of personal space. The 10.9% growth rate of the suburb of Angaston since the 2021 census outperformed the Rest of SA (5.9%) as well as the SA4 region, establishing it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for approximately 44.0% of overall population increases in recent times, though other factors like interstate migration and natural growth also remained positive.

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Angaston features a skilled workforce with high representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors, an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, and estimated job growth of 4.6% over the past year, according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,255 residents employed, while the local unemployment rate was 3.4% lower than the 5.5% rate in Regional SA, and the participation rate was typical (62.7% versus 58.4% in Regional SA). Census returns indicate that a low 13.1% of residents worked from home, although these figures may have been influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 shows a median taxpayer income of $47,299 and an average of $57,772 in the suburb of Angaston. These figures are below the national average and contrast with Regional SA's median of $48,920 and average of $58,933. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $52,109 (median) and $63,647 (average) by March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Angaston are modest, ranking between the 20th and 35th percentiles. Income distribution data shows the $800 - 1,499 weekly bracket is the largest, containing 27.6% of the population (673 individuals), whereas the wider region is led by the $1,500 - bracket at . Although housing outlays are low with residents keeping of their income, total disposable income sits at only the th percentile nationally.

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At the most recent Census, the dwelling structure in Angaston consisted of 81.3% houses and 18.7% other housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings in Regional SA. Home ownership rates in Angaston were slightly behind the Regional SA level at 39.5%, with remaining homes either being purchased with a mortgage (34.5%) or occupied by renters (26.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,343 was notably higher than the Regional SA average of $1,153, while the median weekly rent was $249 compared to $220 in Regional SA. On a national level, Angaston's mortgage payments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably below the national figure of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of households at 69.1%, which is made up of 26.3% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. The remaining 30.9% consists of non-family households, with lone person households representing 29.1% and group households accounting for 1.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people matches the Regional SA average.

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The educational characteristics of the area are distinctive compared to the wider region, with university graduation rates (22.8% of residents aged 15+) tracking ahead of both the SA4 average of 13.8% and the Rest of SA average of 13.9%, showing a strong local focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 16.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.5%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 36.4% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these fields, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (26.6%).

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Health indicators demonstrate favorable outcomes for local residents, with Districts analysis of mortality rates and medical conditions showing results that align with national averages. The prevalence of common health issues is standard across both younger and older cohorts, while private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 50% of the population (~1,217 people) compared to a national average of 55.7%.

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Angaston has lower cultural diversity metrics than average, with 88.6% of residents born in Australia, 92.2% holding citizenship, and 97.8% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 48.3% of the local population, compared to 45.2% in Regional SA.

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Angaston's median age of 46 is close to the Regional SA average of 47 and well above the national median of 38. The 5 - 14 age group is well-represented at 12.7% compared to Regional SA, while the 25 - 34 cohort has a lower share at 8.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 8.8% to 10.9%, and the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 7.4% to 8.8%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 14.4% to 12.7% and the 45 to 54 group fell from to . Projections indicate significant shifts in the age structure by with the to group expected to see strong growth of people () to reach from while the to age group is projected to grow by a modest ( people).

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Angaston currently has an estimated 97 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 55 children aged 0-2 and 37 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 117 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 230. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.4 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.